The fate of antiques and heirlooms in a disposable age
By William ParkFeatures correspondent@williamhpark
Getty ImagesA woman looks at antique butterflies due to auctioned in London (Credit: Getty Images)Will people alive today leave fewer heirlooms? William Park explores how attitudes to antiques have changed – and what that might mean for our descendants.
The ko-imari style of porcelain dates from the 17th Century but is still loved in Japan. When Hikaru Maeda opened her antique business 40 years ago, demand for these old plates and bowls was good – and continues to be strong today.
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